Senior Legal Counsel – UK and Ireland
DS Smith
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: London • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Acting as the primary legal partner to UK management teams across three divisions
- Lead the drafting, negotiation, and interpretation of complex commercial contracts
- Identify and mitigate legal risks while overseeing UK-specific regulatory compliance
- Manage all UK dispute resolution and pre-litigation matters
- Provide direct management and mentorship to a dedicated UK legal resource
- Deliver expert guidance on corporate governance, HSE matters, and data protection
Requirements
- Qualified UK Solicitor or Barrister (or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of the UK regulatory landscape
- Demonstrable experience in commercial law, with a significant background in-house supporting complex organisations
- Proven ability to interact with and influence senior stakeholders
- Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
- Experience in managing direct reports and leading external counsel
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Car allowance
- Private Medical Insurance
- 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
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Hard Skills & Tools
commercial lawcontract draftingcontract negotiationregulatory compliancedispute resolutionpre-litigation managementcorporate governanceHSE mattersdata protection
Soft Skills
mentorshipstakeholder influencemanagement
Certifications
UK SolicitorBarrister